major: sodium Flashcards
1
Q
sodium functions to maintain __ __ via osmotic pressure, as well as helps ___ transmission & muscle contrx via generation of an electrochemical pt’l gradient
A
fluid balance
nerve
2
Q
___% of Na is excreted in urine
A
95
3
Q
adult Na RDA is ___ mg, though the average american consumes 4-5 g/day
A
1500
4
Q
the main source of sodium in diets comes from :
A
NaCl
5
Q
HYPOnatremia is RARE, but presents with ___ ___, nausea, potential seizures and coma in pt with excessive sweating or severe trauma
A
muscle cramps
6
Q
HYPERnatremia exceeds 2300 mg/day, causes Ca excretion, and can cause ___, osteoporosis & tetany
A
HTN
7
Q
the WHO recommends HTN and elderly decrease their salt intake to
A
2 g/d
